Student powerpoint an introduction to alternative photography techniques 2016
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The document presents a structured assignment focused on cameraless photography techniques, specifically photograms and cyanotypes, intended for art students. It includes analytical prompts to guide students in reflecting on their chosen images and understanding the artistic processes involved. Furthermore, it features references to historical and contemporary artists who have influenced these photography techniques, alongside resources for further exploration of the subject.
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Student powerpoint an introduction to alternative photography techniques 2016
- 2. Analysing art: starter questions – UNIT 2 – CAMERALESS PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES CHALLENGE: CHOOSE TWO OR THREE IMAGES from the examples you are given: compare them using the prompt questions below. Try to use photographic language and aim to write in depth; reflectively and analytically. (using only description without analysis will gain poorer grades and not help your understanding or skill improve significantly) 1. Why did you choose this image – consider what it is that attracts your interest. what does your choice say about you as an artist – what would you like your own outcome to be? 2. What do you think are the best things about this photogram/cyanotype? 3. How do you think the image is constructed – what objects and processes have been used? Think about what we have discussed? If you had to make a composition like this, how could you do this? Predict the steps: visual elements, props, organisation, equipment & techniques 4. List 3-5 photographic elements that you think the photographer might have been interested in capturing in this composition? (such as TEXTURE, FORM, SHAPE, ANGLES, SPACE, CONTRAST). 5. Are there other qualities that make it interesting? (such as MYSTERY, COMPLEXITY, ORIGINALITY, a STORY or INNOVATION). Explore and explain the things you think are unusual OR memorable OR eye-catching about the photograph. 6. Analyse and discuss the effect of TRANSPARENCY, TRANSLUCENCY & OPACITY on the composition image. Is it a negative OR a positive 7. The best learning comes from trying to see and experience the artist’s viewpoint: what do you think the artist is trying to say and why? Is there a message or meaning? 8. Finally – consider where the work sits in the ART / CRAFT and/or DESIGN spectrum. Is this important to te final outcome or to your understanding?
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- 11. CHEMIGRAM
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- 24. INSPIRATIONS
- 25. Phase 1: To Record The first period of “photograPHIC” exploration was to produce a scientific record of natural objects . Anna Atkins was one of the first involved in this scientific photographic development and is arguably the most well known for starting this style. Her work can be seen in these two images British Algae: Cyanotype Impression, 1843 Poppies: Cyanotype Impression, 1850 STARTER - Look closely at both images; discuss them in pairs. Talk about how the following are used • COMPOSITION, DEPTH OF FIELD, TEXTURE & CONTRAST • OPACITY, TRANSLUCENCY & TRANSPARENCY. NEXT – complete the main task USING CYANOTYPE images that you have chosen yourself. Below are other starter images to inspire you
- 27. https://sallyayre.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/sallyayrelaughterinthebreezetwo13.jpg
- 28. Installation art by Sally Ayre http://www.donttakepictures.com/dtp- blog/2016/3/1/installation-photography-and-the-transformation-of-the-viewer
- 29. http://www.erwinarts.com/erwin arts/Welcome.html The process combines twenty first century technology and 19th century photographic techniques, creating new, unpredictable images, and transforming the original digital photograph.
- 30. Artist’s website: http://peggycyphers.com Peggy Cyphers exhibits a series of cyanotypes (prints created by sunlight) using rare botanical prairie grass samples and mysterious equine imagery whose reverse shadows are suspended in a sky-blue ground.
- 33. Huw Davies and Dan Stavely.
- 35. There are artists who apply cyanotype to different materials including ceramics http://www.glithero.com/blueware-vases
- 36. INSPIRATIONS
- 37. 1943 Fotogramma, stampa alla gelatina sali d'argento 199 x 254 mm © L. Moholy-Nagy Foundation LAZLO MAHOLY-NAGY 1940s
- 38. László Moholy-Nagy (1895-1946) Senza titolo [Fotogramma]
- 49. 1. This link takes you to 8 contemporary photographer artists using alternative methods to create images. http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/en_uk/blog/8-photographers-who- dont-use-cameras-to-take-pictures 2. http://www.pierrecordier.com 3. http://www.lomography.com/magazine/312330-a-selection-of- cyanotypes-by-anna-atkins 4. https://www.pinterest.com/source/blueprintsonfabric.com/ 5. The alternative photography website is also very useful for images and tips http://www.alternativephotography.com/wp/history/salt-prints-and- cyanotypes-a-short-history-of-printing-processes 6. An excellent blog and website can be accessed here https://www.lomography.com/magazine/201441-introduction-to- cyanotype 7. Christopher James websites and productions are always packed with information examples and tip. http://www.christopherjames- studio.com/materials/The%20Book%20of%20Alt%20Photo%20Processes/S AMPLE%20CHAPTERS/CyanotypeProcessSm.pdf Finding inspiration: further reading
- 50. BOOKS I HAVE FOUND USEFUL